Herbal Tea Recipe
Hare Krishna Herbal Tea is a soothing and healing beverage known for its numerous health benefits. This easy-to-make tea combines dried chamomile flowers, peppermint leaves, and lemon balm, creating a calming infusion that refreshes and revitalizes. Perfect for promoting relaxation, improving digestion, and uplifting the mood.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 12 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Steep
- Cuisine: Global
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon dried chamomile flowers
- 1 teaspoon dried peppermint leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried lemon balm (or fresh if available)
- Honey or sweetener of choice (optional)
- Lemon slices (optional)
Instructions
- Boil Water: Bring 1 cup of water to a boil in a small saucepan or kettle.
- Steep Herbs: Once boiling, remove from heat and add the chamomile, peppermint, and lemon balm. Cover and let steep for about 5–7 minutes.
- Strain: After steeping, strain the herbs using a fine mesh sieve into a mug.
- Sweeten (Optional): Add honey or your preferred sweetener to taste.
- Serve: Garnish with a lemon slice if desired, and enjoy your herbal tea warm!
Notes
- Herbal Combinations: Experiment with different herbs and spices for unique blends. Popular combinations include lavender and chamomile, ginger and lemon, and rosemary and mint.
- Drying Herbs: To dry herbs and flowers, spread them out on a clean towel in a well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight until they are crisp and brittle. Store in airtight containers.
- Serving Tip: Serve the tea warm for the best experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 5 kcal
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg